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Sewanee, TN
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Sewanee, TN
At a Glance
How Sewanee Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sewanee's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sewanee a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sewanee residents earn a median household income of $128,295 , which is 71% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,716. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 246 business establishments, including 11 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sewanee is $377,200 , 34% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $407,657. Median rent is $1,186/month, with 23.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Sewanee reports 168 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 56% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,516/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
79.8% of adults in Sewanee hold a bachelor's degree or higher (137% above the national average). 94.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sewanee has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.